Place the stakes in the native soil surrounding the tree, spacing them equally. “You don’t want the stakes to be within the root ball, or else it defeats the purpose,” Abdi said. Drive the stakes ...

Every yard needs a tree. All the better if it’s a native species of tree, one that will support native bees, butterflies and other wildlife. “Fall is a great time for tree planting,” said Spencer ...

Did you plant a new tree this year? If so, it will need some special care this year to keep it thriving. Here are questions about watering, pruning, staking, fertilizing and wrapping, with answers ...